Original Article

Lymphedema Awareness and Experience in the Turner Syndrome Community

Objective: Lymphedema commonly affects females with Turner syndrome (TS), although it may be underrecognized and untreated. The objective of this study was to better understand self-reported lymphedema prevalence, knowledge, and experience in TS. Methods: A 24-question anonymous survey was distributed to females with TS or their caregivers at a TS…

Posted in: genetics 3 lymphedema 2 pediatrics 33

Case Report

Surgical Repair of Idiopathic Scrotal Elephantiasis

Scrotal lymphedema (scrotal elephantiasis) is uncommon outside of filariasis endemic regions. We present a case of a 65-year-old with idiopathic lymphedema of the scrotum and functional impairment of the penis. The patient underwent surgical excision of the edematous subcutaneous tissues and plastic reconstruction of his penis and scrotum. Three years…

Posted in: lymphedema 2 outcome 13 scrotum 2
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